Find out how popular the last name Rosson is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Rosson.

Rosson, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Rosson surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Rosson in America

Rosson is the 8006th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Rosson surname appeared 4,131 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Rosson.

We can also compare 2010 data for Rosson to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Rosson

The surname Rosson is believed to have originated in England, with roots tracing back to the medieval period. It is thought to have derived from the Old English word "ros," meaning a rose, suggesting a possible connection to an occupation or location associated with roses.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Rosson can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of landholdings and properties in England commissioned by William the Conquer in 1086. This historical document mentions individuals bearing variations of the name, such as "Rosson" and "Rossun."

During the 13th century, records show the presence of the surname Rosson in various parts of England, including Yorkshire and Lincolnshire. It is believed that the name may have originated from place names like Rossington, a village in Yorkshire, or Rossall, a town in Lancashire.

Notable individuals with the surname Rosson throughout history include Sir John Rosson (1580-1656), an English politician who served as a Member of Parliament during the reign of King Charles I. Another prominent figure was William Rosson (1702-1774), a renowned architect responsible for designing several notable buildings in London during the Georgian era.

In the 18th century, records show the presence of the Rosson family in the county of Cheshire, where they were landowners and held influential positions within the local community. One notable individual from this era was Thomas Rosson (1745-1812), a wealthy merchant and philanthropist who funded the construction of several schools and hospitals in the region.

As the surname spread across England, it also found its way to other parts of the British Isles. In Scotland, the Rossons were known for their involvement in the textile industry, with several members holding prominent roles in the wool trade during the 19th century. One such figure was James Rosson (1812-1887), a successful wool merchant and mill owner from Galashiels.

Throughout its history, the surname Rosson has been associated with various occupations, from agriculture and trade to politics and architecture. While its exact origins remain shrouded in speculation, the name has left an indelible mark on the annals of British history, reflecting the diverse contributions of those who bore it.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Rosson

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Rosson.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Rosson was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Rosson has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Rosson was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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